toiletry

noun

toi·​let·​ry ˈtȯi-lə-trē How to pronounce toiletry (audio)
plural toiletries
: an article or preparation (such as toothpaste, shaving cream, or cologne) used in cleaning or grooming oneself
usually used in plural

Examples of toiletry in a Sentence

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Signature toiletries—including eucalyptus oil shower mister—and fluffy towels and robes complete the setup. Veronica M. Stoddart, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026 Discover the 10 best toiletry bags to fit your entire beauty routine here. Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 30 June 2026 With up to 60 percent off at Calpak and a discount on Oprah’s favorite toiletry bag, this is one category worth checking while sales are happening. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 And for those ready to jet off on summer travels, this is your chance to stock up on SPF, travel-sized toiletries, and maybe even pick up a new carry-on for the road. Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for toiletry

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toiletry was in 1917

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“Toiletry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toiletry. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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toiletry

noun
toi·​let·​ry ˈtȯi-lə-trē How to pronounce toiletry (audio)
plural toiletries
: something (as a soap, lotion, toothpaste, or cologne) used in grooming oneself
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